WHERE TO STAY: Alava Suites for best designed room and delicious breakfast
WHAT TO SEE: César Manrique's amazing work through the island at his foundation, Lagomar Museum, Jameos del Agua, and the observatory. Drive around the island to see the unique landscapes and villages, the Natural Park Timanfaya, the vineyards at La Geria, the Cactus Garden.
WHERE TO EAT: Fish at El Risco in the surfer village Famara, local grill Volcan de la Corona, Juanita Mumbai for Mexican fusion in Costa Teguise.
Pictured: Jameos del Agua, surf shop in Famara, Foundation César Manrique, restaurant El Risco